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Sit-to-stand-and-walk from 120% Knee Height: A Novel Approach to Assess Dynamic Postural Control Independent of Lead-limb

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Joint calibration method for a dynamic light-pen measurement system.

Feng Yan, Li Wang, Yaowen Zhu

|June 11, 2026

Summary

This study introduces a joint calibration framework for dynamic light-pen measurement systems. This method improves 3D measurement accuracy and geometric consistency by addressing coupled parameter errors.

Area of Science:

Metrology
Optical Measurement Systems
Robotics

Background:

Dynamic light-pen measurement systems use galvanometer cameras for active optical-axis steering, enabling high-resolution imaging during motion.
These systems have coupled parameters, leading to calibration errors when parameters are calibrated separately.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a joint calibration framework for dynamic light-pen measurement systems.
To improve the accuracy and consistency of measurements in dynamic environments.

Main Methods:

Developed a regularized consistency-constrained method for joint estimation of galvanometer and probe-tip parameters.
Introduced a constrained bundle-adjustment approach for calibrating light pen structural parameters.
Enforced cross-view probe-tip consistency to minimize error accumulation.

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Main Results:

The joint calibration framework significantly improved geometric consistency.
Achieved higher three-dimensional measurement accuracy compared to conventional separate calibration methods.
Demonstrated the effectiveness of the proposed methods through experimental validation.

Conclusions:

Joint calibration effectively addresses the challenges posed by coupled parameters in dynamic light-pen systems.
The proposed framework offers a more robust and accurate solution for 3D measurement applications.
This approach enhances the reliability of dynamic optical measurement systems.